RCSD: Man arrested, charged with murder of 16-year-old
The Richland County Sheriff's Department says a man has been arrested and charged with murdering a 16-year-old.
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COVID-19 vaccine site open Friday in Fairfield County
Residents of Fairfield County have a new opportunity to access the COVID-19 vaccine. A vaccination site will be available this Friday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. in the parking lot of Fairfield Medical Associates on West Moultrie Street.
Activists allege abuse and neglect at Camille Graham Correctional Institution
Community activists and family members say women in custody at Camille Graham Correctional Center in Columbia are the victims of abuse and negligence.
Richland County coroner identifies victims from fatal collision on Screaming Eagle Road
The Richland County Coroner's Office has identified two people involved in a fatal collision after a chase with law enforcement Monday.
Columbia Councilman Sam Davis will not seek re-election
Columbia Councilman Sam Davis says he will not seek re-election this year. He made the announcement at a press conference Wednesday morning.
Highway Patrol investigating fatal collision on US-378
South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a collision that killed one person in Lexington County Tuesday. It happened on US-378 near the intersection of Shorty Road around 6:30 p.m.
LCSD: Leesville man arrested after being found hiding in a stolen camper
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says they arrested a Leesville man on Tuesday after he was found hiding in a stolen camper. Deputies say 53-year-old Rex Jason Corder is charged with operating a chop shop and receiving stolen goods.
RCSD: December double homicide suspect arrested in North Charleston
According to the Richland County Sheriff's Department, 32-year-old James Toatley was arrested in connection with a December 19 shooting on Fairfield Road that left two men dead.
Red Cross in need of blood donations in February
The American Red Cross says they need your help to donate blood to those in need during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Driver dies after hitting several trees on SC Highway 70 in Orangeburg
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says a driver is dead after a collision on SC Highway 70 near Fogle Pond Road on Tuesday.
Columbia Police search for armed robbery suspect
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The Columbia Police Department needs your help identifying and locating a man they say is a suspect in an armed robbery. According to authorities the incident took place…
Overturned timber truck temporarily closes Columbia intersection
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The Columbia police Department is asking anyone traveling along McCords Ferry Road at the intersection of Leesburg Road has been shut down after officials say a timber truck overturned blocking…
Lawmakers debate Fetal Heartbeat Bill Tuesday, pass amendment to add exceptions of rape, incest
COLUMBIA (WOLO): A highly contentious bill made its way to the senate floor Tuesday afternoon. The Fetal Heartbeat Bill, as it stands, would not allow an abortion once a fetal heartbeat is detected, unless…
Mayesville man charged with burglary, damaging property after business break-in
Sumter deputies say a man is in custody after a break-in last week. Investigators say, on January 21, Jehrode Hodge broke into a business on the 4800 block of Florence Highway and caused $2,000 worth of damage to a door and the building's air conditioning unit.
Lexington Police looking for suspect accused of passing counterfeit bills
The Lexington Police Department says they are looking for an individual who passed counterfeit $50 bills at multiple Lexington businesses. Police say the incidents occurred on January 19.
LCSD: Swansea man arrested for weekend stabbing
The Lexington County Sheriff's Department says they arrested a man accused of stabbing another man on Saturday. Authorities say 25-year-old Marshal Adam Hogston was arrested Monday and charged with attempted murder, carjacking and possession of a weapon during a violent crime.
Several Midlands school districts remaining virtual through end of month
A few Midlands school districts have announced plans to remain virtual through the end of this month.
Lexington-Richland Five returning to five day in-person school week, despite pushback
Lexington-Richland School District Five will return to fully face-to-face instruction after the board met last night and discussed the topic for hours.
Sumter County coroner identifies victim from fatal accident on Monday
Sumter County Coroner Robbie Baker has identified the victim from a fatal accident that occurred on Monday night around 8 p.m. The coroner says 43-year-old Jermaine Williams died as a result of a vehicle versus bicycle accident that happened on Jackson Street at Miller Road.
OCSO: Murder suspect arrested, Lexington Co. teen also sought in connection with December fatal shooting
The Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office says they have arrested one man and are looking for another wanted in connection with a December shooting that left a man dead.
Mother in Lexington 5 School District creates petition after board returns to 5 day in-person learning
Students in the Lexington 5 School District, part of the hybrid learning model, are headed back to 5 day face to face learning next Monday. But many students and parents are concerned with the district’s decision.
CPD: Man arrested after robbing cell phone store
The Columbia Police Department says they arrested a man who robbed the Cricket Wireless on Bush River Road on Friday.
Students gather outside Lexington-Richland 5 board meeting to protest transition to five day in-person school week
Students in the Lexington-Richland 5 School District, who are part of the hybrid learning model, are transitioning from a four day in-person schedule to a five day face-to-face schedule, beginning next Monday, but many students and parents are concerned with the district’s decision.
Authorities investigating fatal crash on Screaming Eagle Road
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal car crash that shut down parts Screaming Eagle Road around 3 p.m. on Monday.
LCSD: Gaston man arrested on gun and drug charges
he Lexington County Sheriff's Department says narcotics agents arrested a man originally wanted on traffic charges, after he ran from them with drugs in his pocket.
